Beauty interrupted by Charles L. Fontenay
"Beauty Interrupted" by Charles L. Fontenay is a science fiction novella written during the mid-20th century. The story takes place on the planet Orcti, where the inhabitants are envious of the advanced Earthmen who live among them. It explores themes of progress, beauty, and the consequences of ambition, particularly in a context where knowledge and power can lead to both enlightenment and destruction. The narrative follows Birkala, a young Orctian scientist whois bitter towards the Earthman Erik, who has integrated himself into Orcti society and is adored for his talents and longevity. Driven by jealousy and ambition, Birkala seeks to uncover the secrets of Erik's advanced technology, particularly a forbidden beam transmitter. When Birkala's actions inadvertently lead to the abduction of his sister Spira into a dangerous realm beyond comprehension, both he and Erik must confront the limitations of their understanding. Ultimately, the story serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked ambition and the need for emotional and moral maturity to accompany scientific advancement. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Fontenay, Charles L., 1917-2007 |
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| Illustrator | Emshwiller, Ed, 1925-1990 |
| Title | Beauty interrupted |
| Original Publication | New York, NY: Royal Publications, Inc., 1958. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Life on other planets -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72059 |
| Release Date | Nov 7, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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